Meet like-minded OLLI at Pacific members by joining one of our Shared Interest Groups (SIGs). SIGs are independent groups of members who plan their own activities each semester. There is no additional fee to participate. If you would like to start your own SIG, please contact us at 209.946.7658.

Knitting

Dates: Wednesday, Feb. 5–May. 14
Time: Noon–1:30 p.m.
Location: Benerd College #117

Knit, chat and unwind with us! Join our friendly knitting group for cozy sessions of creativity and camaraderie. All skill levels are welcome. Let’s stitch together and make memories one loop at a time!

Open Art Studio

Dates: Tuesday, Feb. 11–May. 13
Time: 1 p.m.–3 p.m
Location: 926 N. Yosemite, Stockton

Hosted by: Saul Serna

Join our Weekly Open Art Studio and unleash your artistic potential in a welcoming and collaborative setting. A unique opportunity for artists of all levels to explore their creativity in a supportive and inspiring environment. Supplies on site if needed. Other times are available for using the studio, please inquire with Saul Serna for availability. 

Contact email: info@catalyst 926.com

Weekend Walkers

Dates: Saturday, .Feb 8–May. 03
Time: 8:30–9:30 a.m.
Location: Burns Tower on Pacific's Stockton Campus 

Hosted by: Dianne Joaquin and Dave Crader

Join us for a one-hour walk around our beautiful Stockton campus. Enjoy the scenery, socialize and improve your health. Walking is considered the best form of exercise for the whole body and
is beneficial for all age groups. Before participating, check with you doctor to ensure there are no medical contradictions, special considerations or limitations.

Writers Workshop

Dates: Monday, Feb. 3–May. 12 (No Class Feb. 17)                                                                                                                                          

Monday, March 3: Guest speaker John Britto from the Speaker’s Bureau will present on “Short Story Development.”

Time: 1 p.m–3 p.m.
Location: Benerd College #110A/PDK

Hosted by: Donna Shreve

Get in touch with your inner muse and interact with others who find inspiration by attending OLLI’s self-directed, peer-led writer’s conclave. The group meets weekly in a supportive and encouraging environment to share stories they have written at home and to receive feedback.

Armchair Travelers

Lunch and Learn (no-host lunch)

Dates: Tuesday, Feb 4, Feb. 18, Mar. 04, Mar. 18, Apri. 01 & Apr. 15
Time: Noon – 1 p.m.
Location: Benerd College Room #117

Bring your lunch and pull up a chair for a “staycation” as OLLI travel enthusiasts share their recent adventures from near and far. Quench your wanderlust as we explore the history, beauty, culture, and customs of exciting destinations around the world without ever leaving town.

DateSpeakerTopic
Feb. 04:Dianne JoaquinScandinavia Part 2 (Norway & Iceland) 
Feb. 18:Mary BackMy Big Fat Greek Adventure
Mar. 04:Sheri GrimesMajestic Cities of Central Europe Part 1 (Berlin, Dresden, Prague, Vienna)
Mar. 18:Sheri Grimes: Majestic Cities of Central Europe Part 2 (Bratislava, Budapest, Krakow) w
Apr. 01:Jennifer JuanitasSpotlight on the French Riviera
Apr. 15:Donna Brown: Paris and a Taste of Provence with Colleen Foster

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Discussion Group

Dates: Wednesday, Feb. 12, Feb. 26, Mar. 12, Mar. 26, Apr. 23, May. 14
Times: Noon–1:30 p.m.

Hosted by: Barbara St. Urbain and Sandra de Alcuaz

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programming

This group will discuss the challenges of our society and organization to better reflect diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI).  An article will be provided to participants each meeting to encourage an open discussion about DEI. We will look at timely and difficult issues such as racism, sexuality, and institutional and individual biases to name a few topics. Come and join us for lively and challenging meetings.